Over their nearly two-decade-long marriage, country music star Keith Urban has made no secret of his affection for wife Nicole Kidman — not just through public appearances or songs, but etched quite literally on his skin. As the couple faces news of separation in late September 2025, fans have turned a fresh eye toward the tattoos Urban has for Kidman: permanent tributes that carry meaning, memories, and now, questions about what comes next.

Here are the four known tattoos Keith Urban has dedicated to Nicole Kidman — where they are, what they say, and what they suggest about their relationship.

Babygirl” — Neck Tattoo

One of the most private yet symbolic of the tattoos is the word Babygirl” inked on the back of Urban’s neck. The term is more than a casual nickname: it was how he affectionately referred to Kidman for many years.

In a November 2024 interview withW Magazine, Kidman confirmed that the tattoo was in place long before the release of her 2024 film Babygirl. She joked that because of the film, the term might be acquiring new public resonance, but that he still has “total rights over ‘babygirl’.”

Visually, the tattoo is often hidden by Urban’s hair, but some glimpses in public appearances and video clips confirm its presence. It’s a deeply personal tribute — more intimate and less visible than other tattoos.

Nicole” — Bicep Tattoo

Another of Urban’s more prominent dedications is the large tattoo of Nicole’s first name “Nicole” on his bicep. Fans first noticed it in public during Keith Urban’s performance at Live Earth New York in June 2007, about a year after he and Kidman married.

Over time, the “Nicole” tat has undergone some embellishments — decorative flourishes, possibly heart motifs or Celtic-style design influences — around the name itself. The piece is visible in many of his short sleeve performances or in photographs. It is perhaps the most visible of the four.

Mary” — Knuckle Tattoo

While many tattoos are hidden or partially visible, this one is impossible to miss: the name “Mary”, Nicole Kidman’s middle name, inked across Urban’s knuckles.

It was first clearly spotted at the ACM Awards in April 2021. Urban has joked publicly about the challenges this tattoo brings: for instance, that wearing rings on that hand could interfere with the letters, turning them (visually) into “various words.”

Because it is on the fingers and knuckles, it’s highly exposed — a permanent, wide‑open statement. Unlike tattoos on his bicep or wrist, this one is hard to hide, making it a bold choice.

“NMK” — Wrist Tattoo (His Initials for Nicole Mary Kidman)

The fourth known tattoo is “NMK,” standing for Nicole Mary Kidman, inked on the inside of Urban’s wrist.

This ink has an interesting back‑story: it partially covers up an earlier tattoo he shared with ex‑girlfriend Niki Taylor. That previous piece bore the Latin phrase amor vincit omnia, meaning “love conquers all.” After his relationship with Taylor ended, Urban had that original ink adapted to bear Kidman’s initials.

Bigger Picture: What These Tattoos Tell Us

These four pieces of body art are more than just ink. They reflect stages in Urban and Kidman’s relationship — how he’s made public declarations of love, intimacy, and identity tied to her, over nearly 20 years. As they face divorce proceedings (Kidman filed for divorce on September 30, 2025 citing irreconcilable differences), these permanent marks come under new light

Here are some implications people are talking about:

Emotional Permanence vs. Legal SeparationTattoos are among the most enduring physical symbols someone can have. Even as marital status changes, the ink remains. For Urban, the question becomes: what do you do with sentimental markers when the relationship changes? Will he remove or cover any? Will they become awkward reminders?

Public Identity and ImageFor celebrities, public image matters. These tattoos are visible, often photographed, and part of Urban’s brand as much as his music. There is a potential for tension between personal change (separation) and public symbols.

Privacy vs. VisibilitySome tattoos are hidden (neck under hair, wrist under sleeves), others unavoidably visible (knuckles). Urban has mixed these strategies. Hidden tattoos allow for privacy or discretion; visible ones are bold statements.

Tattoo Culture, Love, and RegretThese inks reflect a culture where expressions of love are made permanent. But as many in celebrity and non‑celebrity worlds find, what you commit to with ink isn’t always uncontested later. Regret, modification, cover‑ups, or removal are possibilities.

What Might Happen Now?

With divorce underway, people are speculating what Urban may do with these tattoos:

Leave them as is. Some believe he may leave all or most in place, as a part of his personal history. After all, tattoos are often about honoring a time, even if that time is changing.

Modify or cover up. The NMK wrist tattoo already involves a cover‑up of earlier ink. It’s possible other pieces could be altered. For instance, names can be partially obscured, reworked artistically, or blended into other designs.

Removal (laser or other). Permanent removal is expensive and painful, especially for large tattoos like knuckle or bicep pieces. It’s less likely unless there is strong motivation.

New tattoos to mark a new chapter. Some people respond to major life changes with new ink, to signify healing, moving on, or self‑rediscovery. Whether Urban takes this route remains to be seen.

Context: The Timeline and Other Notes

Urban and Kidman married in June 2006.

They have two daughters: Sunday Rose (born July 2008) and Faith Margaret (born December 2010).

Kidman filed for divorce on September 30, 2025, after nearly 19 years of marriage.

Prior relationships matter: The wrist tattoo “NMK” replaced an earlier matching tattoo with ex‑girlfriend Niki Taylor.

Conclusions

The four tattoos Keith Urban has in honor of Nicole Kidman paint a picture of a relationship that’s been deeply personal, visible, and committed. They show love expressed in permanent form: names, nicknames, initials, middle names. As the two now move toward divorce, these tattoos will likely become more than mere symbols of affection — they might become artifacts of a shared history, reminders, or perhaps even sources of tension.